Residents of Raheja Heights in Mumbai Alarmed by Recurring Leopard Sightings
Third leopard sighting in 7 weeks Raheja Heights
Hindustan Times
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Residents of Raheja Heights in Dindoshi, Malad East, Mumbai, are in panic after a leopard was spotted for the third time in seven weeks. The leopard, which has previously attacked stray dogs, poses a significant safety threat to the approximately 1,000 residents, leading to calls for urgent action from authorities.
- 01Third leopard sighting in Raheja Heights in seven weeks raises safety concerns.
- 02Leopard sightings linked to proximity to Sanjay Gandhi National Park, home to a large leopard population.
- 03Forest officials claim they cannot intervene due to the housing society being on private property.
- 04Residents have implemented some preventive measures but compliance is inconsistent.
- 05Authorities need to provide a comprehensive solution to ensure resident safety.
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Residents of Raheja Heights, a housing society in Dindoshi, Malad East, Mumbai, are facing increasing anxiety after a leopard was sighted for the third time in seven weeks. The latest sighting occurred around 2 am, when the watchman spotted the animal and chased it away. The first sighting was on March 17, where CCTV captured the leopard entering the parking lot and killing a stray dog, followed by a second sighting on April 8. With around 1,000 residents in the complex, safety concerns are mounting as the leopard's presence threatens their security. The housing society's proximity to the Sanjay Gandhi National Park, known for its leopard population, has led to this situation, as urban development has encroached on the leopards' habitat. Although forest officials have suggested preventive measures, they cannot intervene due to jurisdiction issues, leaving residents feeling helpless. Anil Nair, chairperson of the housing complex's apex committee, stated that despite following the forest department's instructions, the leopard sightings persist. Residents are calling for a more robust response from authorities to address this ongoing threat.
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The recurring leopard sightings pose a direct threat to the safety of residents, leading to heightened anxiety and calls for effective measures from authorities.
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